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Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry

Puducherry, PuducherryEstd. 1823NMC, NAAC200 intakeAutonomous - Institute of National Importance
Fees / year
₹10,000
Courses
6+
NIRF Medical
#4
Established
1823

About Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry

Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), originally established in 1823 as a medical school under French colonial administration, is one of India's oldest and most distinguished medical institutions. Located in Puducherry, this autonomous institute under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare offers MBBS, MD, MS, DM, MCh, and PhD programs across a wide spectrum of medical specialties. JIPMER is known for its strong research orientation and has made significant contributions to community medicine, tropical diseases, and epidemiology research. The institute's 2,100-bed hospital serves as a tertiary referral centre for Puducherry and surrounding states. JIPMER conducts its own entrance examination for MBBS admissions, which is one of the most competitive medical tests in India. The institute's emphasis on community outreach and public health makes it unique among premier medical institutions in India.

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Established
1823
Institution type
Government
Location
Puducherry, Puducherry
Affiliation
Autonomous - Institute of National Importance
Approvals
NMC, NAAC
NIRF 2025
#4 Medical, #43 Overall
Programmes
6Medical
UG fees
₹10,000 a year
Students enrolled
3,6532023–24

Placement and student figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025. Fees: first-year tuition as listed for each programme.

NIRF 2025 Rankings

National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education), one list per category. It lists this college as Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research.

Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Data submitted by the institution (PDF)

Courses and Fees

6 programmes offered, with first-year tuition

CourseLevelSpecialisationsFirst-year tuition
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryUndergraduate6₹10,000

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Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NIRF ranking of Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry?

In the NIRF 2025 rankings, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry is ranked #4 in Medical and #43 overall. NIRF lists it as Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research.

What is the fee at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry?

First-year tuition at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry is ₹10,000 for its undergraduate programmes. Fees are per year and may change for new batches; confirm with the college before paying.

Which courses does Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry offer?

Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry offers 6 programmes in Medical, including Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.

Is Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry a government or private institution?

Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry is a government institution in Puducherry, Puducherry, established in 1823. It is affiliated to Autonomous - Institute of National Importance.

Which bodies approve or accredit Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry?

Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry lists approval or accreditation from NMC and NAAC.

How many students study at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry?

3,653 students were enrolled across its programmes in 2023–24, 57.4% of them women (NIRF 2025 data).

Sources

Rankings: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Placement, student and fee-reimbursement figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

Courses and fees: as listed for Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry on CollegeChalo; confirm current fees with the college before applying.

Last updated 10 October 2026.

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